Today's Reading | April 13, 2025
Luke 19:28–48
Introduction Luke 19:28–48: Jesus enters Jerusalem riding on a colt, and crowds greet him with shouts of praise. His entry marks the beginning of his final days in Jerusalem, and he weeps over the city. He then enters the Temple, driving out the merchants. Today’s Key Verse: Luke 19:38 “God bless the king who comes in the name of the…
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